Knitting Mill
Florida Workers' Compensation Class Code 2174 • FWCJUA / NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$1.75
per $100 of payroll
FWCJUA / NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 2174?
Class code 2174 covers knitting mill operations beyond hosiery, including the production of sweaters, jerseys, and other knitted fabrics. Work involves operating flat and circular knitting machines, yarn handling, and finishing processes. Hazards include machinery entanglement, repetitive motion injuries, and fiber dust inhalation.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Knitting machine operators, yarn handlers, finishers, and quality inspectors.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Machine guarding on knitting equipment prevents entanglement injuries
- Ergonomic workstation design reduces repetitive strain claims
- Separate clerical staff under code 8810
Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 2174?
Class code 2174 covers knitting mill operations beyond hosiery, including the production of sweaters, jerseys, and other knitted fabrics. Work involves operating flat and circular knitting machines, yarn handling, and finishing processes. Hazards include machinery entanglement, repetitive motion injuries, and fiber dust inhalation.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 2174 in Florida?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 2174 in Florida is $1.75 per $100 of payroll, as set by FWCJUA / NCCI effective 2025-01-01. Your actual premium will also depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and the carrier you choose.
Who is covered under class code 2174?
Knitting machine operators, yarn handlers, finishers, and quality inspectors.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 2174 in Florida?
Machine guarding on knitting equipment prevents entanglement injuries Ergonomic workstation design reduces repetitive strain claims Separate clerical staff under code 8810
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 2174 in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 2174 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in Florida can be severe, including stop-work orders and fines. Contact Bright Coast Insurance at (239) 228-8029 for a fast, competitive quote.
Rates shown are advisory loss costs or assigned risk rates as of the effective date listed. Your actual workers' compensation premium will depend on your specific payroll, experience modification factor (EMR), carrier selection, and other underwriting factors. Contact Bright Coast Insurance for an accurate quote tailored to your business.
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Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 2174
- State
- Florida
- Rate per $100
- $1.75
- Rating Org
- FWCJUA / NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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